How to be a Good Play Tester

Subject: 10 Playtest Principles - Advice on how to be a good playtester

10 principles you can consider as you help others with playtesting;

1) Ask questions about the game. 2) Ask the designer in which areas in particular they are looking for help. 3) Do not criticize, but rather suggest improvements.4) Have something positive to say about a game, even if you don't like it.5) Look for the main idea of the game.6) Look for the game style and respond accordingly.7) Do not make a different game, but rather make this game better.8) Record your thoughts and suggestions before, during, and after the session. 9) Be honest, frank, and direct.10) You need to know as many games as possible to contrast and compare them.